Staff Optical Communications Engineer
Relativity Space
About this role
Relativity Space is developing innovative space technologies, including the Terran R vehicle, to enable groundbreaking scientific exploration and space missions. The company is seeking a Staff Optical Communications Engineer to lead the design and development of deep-space optical communication systems, contributing to next-generation interplanetary science missions.
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About Relativity Space
relativityspace.comIndustries
Manufacturing, Transportation, Defense
Relativity Space builds reusable rockets to make access to space more reliable and routine, empowering science, exploration, and innovation beyond Earth. The company leverages large-scale additive manufacturing and automated, software-driven factories to simplify vehicle design, cut part counts, and accelerate production. Relativity develops launch vehicles (the Terran family) and provides launch services for commercial and government payloads, aiming to streamline supply chains and increase launch cadence.
Recent company news
SpaceNewsSES expands launch contract with Relativity Space
Nov 13, 2025
BloombergA Rocket Maker Burned Through Its Cash, Then Eric Schmidt Swooped In
Dec 17, 2025
SES SatellitesSES, Relativity Space Expand Multi-Launch Agreement for Terran R
Nov 12, 2025
Via SatelliteSES Signs On for Multiple Terran R Launches with Relativity Space
Nov 12, 2025
NASASpaceFlight.com -Commercial neighbors Stoke Space and Relativity Space Advance make progress on Cape launch sites
Dec 26, 2025
About Relativity Space
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Leadership Team
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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Salary
$188k – $251k
per year
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